Synopsis: “Thousands of stars could tell thousands of stories.” Seven year old Grace always dreamt of becoming a guardian angel; like those who guarded and guided her people and prepared to bravely fight in a dreaded mythical event, the Crystal Shade – which never came. It's not like Grace ever wanted to see Demons. Or wants to know what evil and darkness is – things that no one ever faced on her world and as the legends says, the Crystal Shade carries within –, nor does she want to die to be reborn as a guardian. But she thinks the mysterious life of angels is so noble, a fable that it sounds exciting – until it actually happens. Crystal Shade: Angeni, Volume 1 explores the early life of a young daydreaming soul who is destined to reveal the forgotten past of her home world and to seek the answer for the eternal question; what the legendary Crystal Shade really is.

Review: Crystal Shade: Angeni, Volume 1 is the first in a new series about a girl named Grace who wants more than anything to become an angel. She’s granted her greatest wish when she dies and is reborn as an angel. As a new angel, Grace must go through rigorous training and in doing so uncovers the true meaning of the Crystal Shade.

Crystal Shade: Angeni, Volume 1 is beautifully written with detailed descriptions of both the people and the world they inhabit. Everyone is happy and the world is peaceful, but there are many mysteries lurking beneath the surface of tranquility. Mr. Szabo has created an intriguing and complex fantasy novel which will leave you breathlessly anticipating the next Volume.